Cutty Sark Rig Climb Experience
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience life at sea and climb the rigging of one of London's true icons, for the first time since the ship's arrival in Greenwich in 1954,
Climb the famous masts of Cutty Sark and experience a unique London adventure. Book your Cutty Sark Rig Climb now.
Remember, your ticket also includes general admission to Cutty Sark on the same day, so give yourself enough time to enjoy the ship before or after your climb!
The climb itself will depend on the speed of each individual. We recommend allowing up to an hour to enjoy the whole experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The Cutty Sark Rig Climb Experience is open to anyone aged 10 and over. There is no upper age limit as long as you are fit and healthy, and no climbing experience is required.
Participants must be at least 1.2m/3ft9in tall (due to the gap in the rope ratlines)
Participants must be at less than 19 stone (120kg) in weight.
The harnesses used have a maximum width waist of 130 cm/51.1in, and a maximum upper thigh width of 75cm/29.5in.
We provide access for visitors who are unable to physically climb the rigging. Contact the supplier to discuss your requirements.
All participants must sign a waiver before the rig climb, and children aged 10-17 require parental consent and at least one paying adult joining them on the climb.
What To Expect
Climb the famous masts of Cutty Sark and experience a unique London adventure. For the first time since the ship's arrival in Greenwich in 1954, visitors can climb the rigging of Cutty Sark and get a taste of what it would have been like to sail the historic ship. Starting with a briefing underneath the ship’s beautiful hull, those brave enough to take on the challenge step up from the Main Deck onto the ship’s 'ratlines' (rope ladders). From here you can make your way up into the rigging, just as hundreds of sailors did during Cutty Sark’s long and fabled career at sea. When you reach the platform, take a breath and drink in the view while looking down on a true London icon. Then it's time for one final challenge: the Lower Topsail Yard! Grip the horizontal bar and hold on tight as your shuffle along the footrope. Be brave, look up and feel the rush of a life at sea. A controlled descent will take you from the lofty heights of the rigging straight back down to the Main Deck. You can then join up with friends and family and continue your Cutty Sark adventure: your Rig Climb ticket includes free access to all areas of the ship.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Helmet, harnesses
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cutty Sark Rig Climb Experience
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing opportunity to...
Steven O,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing opportunity to play pirate. Staff were all personable and professional. Martin and Laura went beyond exceptional customer service , Highly recommend
Climbing the Cutty Sark
Bigphil2,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good to get the history of the Cutty Sark and also prior to the visit walking around Greenwich which is very underrated, could have spent more time there. Four of us did the climb up the main sail along with getting photos taken on the way up. Afterwards went for the walk around the ship. Worth a visit.
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